The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and is considered the highest-ranking monk in this tradition. The title "Dalai Lama" means "Ocean of Wisdom" in Mongolian. The current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, was born in 1935 and became the 14th Dalai Lama in 1940. He is known for his teachings on compassion, non-violence, and the importance of human values. In 1959, the Dalai Lama fled to India after a failed uprising against Chinese rule in Tibet. Since then, he has lived in exile and has worked to promote the rights of Tibetans and the preservation of their culture. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his efforts in advocating for peace and dialogue.